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PLAY

/pleɪ/

4-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points

P 3
L 1
A 1
Y 4

Meaning of PLAY

noun
  1. Activity for amusement only, especially among the young.
    "Children learn through play."
  2. Similar activity in young animals, as they explore their environment and learn new skills.
    "This kind of play helps the young lion cubs develop their hunting skills."
verb
  1. To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
    "They played long and hard."
  2. To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
    "He plays on three teams"
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Anagrams of PLAY

paly9

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About the word PLAY

Is "PLAY" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "PLAY" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "PLAY" worth?

In Scrabble, "PLAY" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.

What does "PLAY" mean?

Activity for amusement only, especially among the young.

What are the anagrams of "PLAY"?

1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as PLAY: PALY.